T5 Lighting

[sphelps]

From my experience you can't beat the T5 and MH combo. Both have there advantages but combining them gives the best of both. I've tried all T5 and all Halide on my tank and in the end settled on both for best results. I was not a fan of the all T5 lighting on my larger tank however it works well for my smaller tank so I think the size and design of the tank is key to choosing optimal lighting.

I would also like to add that choosing lighting based on pictures is a bad idea. T5 tanks will always produce better pictures because of the softer more even light. In addition a camera has the ability to adjust WB and exposure which could alter the color, brightness and contrast.

[lastlight]

Originally Posted by sphelps

I would also like to add that choosing lighting based on pictures is a bad idea. T5 tanks will always produce better pictures because of the softer more even light. In addition a camera has the ability to adjust WB and exposure which could alter the color, brightness and contrast.

Not to mention nearly everyone here is viewing the pictures on non-calibrated monitors/screens. It's unreal how 'off' most of our screens truly are.